HADLEY DPW Supervisor (Foreman) DEFINITION Position is responsible for supervising and working with grounds crew; plans, organizes, and supervises the construction, care, and maintenance of the town\'s park, recreational areas, facilities, and public grounds. Work includes directing work crews of Highway, Water, Sewer, Vehicle Maintenance, snow/ice, and other operations, ensuring the quality and completeness of work performed and assisting in the overall efficiency of project operations. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Receives written or oral directions from the Director of Public Works. Plans work according to an established schedule. Establishes priorities in regular duties to meet schedule, seasonal or emergency events. Oversees the maintenance, repair and replacement of departmental vehicles, construction and maintenance equipment and facilities. Supervises the construction of new recreational facilities. Supervises and participates in all seasonal ground activities; mowing, maintenance, spring and fall clean up, winter activities. Supervises and participates in snow removal from roads, town buildings and grounds as assigned. Designates work assignments, explains procedures, enforces safety regulation, and maintains discipline. Recommends the employment, promotion, and discipline of employees. Supervises orientation and training of permanent and seasonal employees. Prepares budget recommendation and submits it to Director. Assists with development of equipment purchase specifications. Assists in preparing annual budget of unit, and purchases materials, supplies or equipment as needed. Prepares regular statistical and narrative reports for the Director. Follows all safety procedures and regulations and ensures departmental compliance. Reports completion of projects or assignments to Director and refers problems that require additional input and advice. Coordinates setup of facilities and assignment of employees when required. Performs other related job duties as required. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE High School diploma or equivalent, and 3 years of related experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training, certification, and experience KNOWLEDGE, ABILITY, AND SKILLS Knowledge: Knowledge of relevant Massachusetts General Laws related to essential functions. Knowledge of mechanical operations to diagnose equipment and facility maintenance programs. Knowledge of computers is necessary to the extent that the individual be able to correspond by email, use Microsoft Word and Excel in daily communications, and maintain an equipment maintenance and repair schedule. Abilities: Ability to multi-task and manage conflict. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to maintain good public relations and to maintain effective collaborative working relationships with Town departments, department heads, fellow employees, officials, and the general public and to respond in a courteous and professional manner. Ability to work independently. Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously. Ability to make independent and responsible decisions. Skills: Effective communication skills, problem solving skills and customer service skills. Preference will be given to those applicants who have demonstrated experience in Municipal Public Works Departments with supervisory responsibilities of unionized subordinate staff members. This is NOT a CDL Driving (pick-up & delivery) position.